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WSET Level 3 Award In Wines - In Person And Online

Cost: $1600.00

10 class sessions plus final exam

Includes all WSET study materials, wine tasting samples selected by Jay Youmans MW, 10 in person class sessions guided by a CWS instructor, the examination, and mailing of certificates of achievement to addresses in the US.

This 10-class course will be held on the following dates from 6:30pm - 9:30pm (please note that class #1 only is on a Wednesday - all other class sessions will be held on Tuesday evenings):

Wednesday, September 18: In person

Tuesdays September 24, October 1, 8 & 15: On Zoom

Tuesday, October 22: In person

Tuesdays October 29, November 5, 12 & 19: On Zoom

The exam is in person as the Capital Wine School on Tuesday, December 3 from 6:00pm - 8:30pm

The aim of the course is to provide detailed analysis of the principal wines of the world. Students will also benefit from in-depth tastings where they will learn to identify product style and quality. Emphasis is given to tasting assessment skills. Course content includes the following:

Unit 1 – Wines of the World

• Production of Wine (location, viticulture, vinification, maturation, and bottling)
• France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Germany, Central and South Eastern Europe, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand, North America, South and Central America
• Still Wines
• Sparkling Wines
• Fortified (Liqueur) Wines
• This unit is evaluated by a multiple choice paper of 50 questions and a question paper requiring short written answers

Unit 2 – Tasting and Evaluating Wines of the World

• How to taste wines and evaluate the quality, style and price
• Students will learn to write tasting notes by tasting and assessing 8-10 wines during each class.
• This unit is assessed by a blind tasting paper of two wines

The exam consists of a multiple choice paper of 50 questions, a question paper requiring short written answers, and full written tasting notes on two wines. Those who pass the exam receive the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines, an internationally recognized credential in the wine industry.

Note: This qualification is open to students who hold the WSET Level 2 Award in Wines or can demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge. It is recommended that students complete the Level 2 Award in Wines before progressing to the Level 3 Award. This qualification is a prerequisite for candidates planning to study for the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines qualification.  A student must pass the WSET Level 3 exam before registering for the Diploma program.

32.5 Guided Learning Hours (including the 2.5 hour examination) and 51.5 hours private study.

Additional Information 

Study/Reading Materials: Students will receive their Level 3 study pack (textbook/workbook) and wine samples for classes 1-5 during class #1 on September 18. They will receive their wine samples for classes 6-10 during class #6 on October 22. Students who are unable to attend classes #1 and/or #6 in person may request shipping for an additional fee. All requests for shipping must be received at least 7 days prior to class #1 and class #6. Please email info@capitalwineschool.com for more information.

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